Aesthetic Dermatology and Anti-Aging Treatments

Hyaluronic acid is a component of the skin responsible for maintaining the firmness and flexibility of the connective tissue of the dermis. With the passage of time its content in the skin decreases, and therefore the face loses volume and wrinkles begin to form. With injectable hyaluronic acid we can restore the volume that we lack in the whole face or in certain areas.

Botulinum toxin, commonly called BOTOX, is a substance used to correct expression wrinkles on the face. The effect of the treatment is the relaxation of the corresponding muscles and the reduction of wrinkles. The treatment is based on the injection of the toxin in the appropriate area. Typical treatment areas are: forehead wrinkles, frown lines and crow's feet. In dermatology, botulinum toxin is also used in the treatment of bruxism, as well as hyperhidrosis of the armpits, hands and feet.

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatment consists of the application of a beam of light similar to the laser but more versatile. It is indicated to improve fine wrinkles, sun spots, small telangiectasias, redness and skin pore size. The end result is a more beautiful, luminous and younger looking skin.

The CO2 laser can be used to rejuvenate the skin to smooth wrinkles or acne scars. Depending on the patient's needs, the procedure can be superficial or deep. The Co2 laser is also used to remove selected skin lesions.

Mesotherapy consists of microinjections in the skin at a superficial level with various moisturizing and nourishing products. The most frequent areas of treatment are: face, neck, neckline, hands. Anti-aging mesotherapy is especially indicated for the prevention of aging in young patients who notice a lack of hydration and luminosity. Scalp mesotherapy is used in the treatment and prevention of hair loss.

Chemical peeling is a treatment aimed at exfoliating the superficial layers of the epidermis to refresh and regenerate the skin. This treatment is indicated for various dermatological conditions: acne, pigmentation (spots). It is also used for skin rejuvenation. Depending on the indication, the appropriate type of peeling is selected.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a blood concentrate containing multiple growth factors and repair proteins. The material is obtained from the same patient on whom the procedure will be performed.

The treatment consists in the extraction of blood and its appropriate centrifugation, followed by administration in the form of superficial injections. It is used as a skin biostimulator in skin rejuvenation, in patients with different types of hair loss and to strengthen skins altered by surgery, burns or radiotherapy.

Fractional intradermal radiofrequency is a treatment that stimulates neocollagenesis in the underlying layers of the skin. It is used to reduce facial sagging and skin surface irregularities.

The treatment consists of performing microinjections of the skin to a depth of up to 4 mm using microneedles emitting radio waves. It is a minimally invasive, safe and highly effective treatment.